Investment Firm Bonus Structure
Investment firm bonus structure varies widely across PE and VC firms — and understanding how bonuses are set is critical for attracting and retaining top talent. In case you missed our IF Data Drop last week, we’re expanding on how firms structure bonuses for their investment teams. The first major consideration is whether a bonus […]
Startup Compensation Strategy: A 4-Step Roadmap From Ad Hoc Offers to Defined Bands
Every founder eventually asks the same question about their startup compensation strategy: “Do I need a real compensation strategy or can I wing it?” Here’s a 4-step roadmap for when and how to move from ad hoc offers to defined bands and levels. 1. What is a “real” compensation infrastructure? A compensation infrastructure means building […]
“How big should our option pool be?”
Welcome back to the Thelander Digest. This month, we are digging into one of the most important elements for a startup: the option pool. Whether you’re setting one up for the first time, preparing for your next round of fundraising or rethinking your equity strategy as you scale, getting the option pool right has the long-term […]